seats TOYOTA PRIUS 2013 3.G Owner's Guide

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1-8. Safety information
Before driving
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Installing child restraints
Follow the child restraint system manufacturer’s instructions. Firmly
secure child restraints to the seat s using the LATCH anchors or a
seat belt. Attach the top tether stra p when installing a child restraint.
The lap/shoulder belt can be used if your child restraint system is
not compatible with the LATCH (Low er Anchors and Tethers for Chil-
dren) system.
Child restraint LATCH anchors
LATCH anchors are provided
for the outer rear seats. (But-
tons displaying the location of
the anchors are attached to
the seats.)
Seat belts equipped with a
child restraint locking mecha-
nism (ALR/ELR belts except
driver’s seat belt) ( P. 111 )
Anchor brackets (for top tether
strap)
An anchor bracket is provided
for each rear seat.

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Removing a child restraint installed with a seat beltPress the buckle release button
and fully retract the seat belt.
Child restraint systems with a top tether strapSecure the child restraint system using a seat belt or the
LATCH anchors, and do the following.
Foldable type outside seats Adjust the head restraint to the
upmost position.
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1-8. Safety information
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Before driving
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Non-foldable type outside seats
Remove the head restraint.
Center seat Adjust the head restraint to the
upmost position.

318 2-5. Driving information
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CAUTION
■Things that must not be carried in the luggage compartment
The following things may cause a fire if loaded in the luggage compart-
ment:
●Receptacles containing gasoline
●Aerosol cans
■Storage precautions
Observe the following precautions.
Failure to do so may result in death or serious injury.
●Stow cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment whenever possi-
ble.
●Do not stack cargo and luggage in the luggage compartment higher
than the seatbacks.
Such items may be thrown about and possibly injure people in the
vehicle in the event of sudden braking or in an accident.
●Do not place cargo or luggage in or on the following locations as the
item may get under the brake or accelerator pedal and prevent the
pedals from being depressed properly , block the driver’s vision, or hit
the driver or passengers, causing an accident:
• At the feet of the driver
• On the front passenger or rear seats (when stacking items)
• On the luggage cover (if equipped)
• On the instrument panel
• On the dashboard

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2-5. Driving information
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When driving
CAUTION
●Secure all items in the occupant compartment, as they may shift and
injure someone in the event of an accident or sudden braking.
●When you fold down the rear seats, long items should not be place
directly behind the front seats.
●Never allow anyone to ride in the luggage compartment. It is not
designed for passengers. They should ride in their seats with their seat
belts properly fastened. Otherwise,
they are much more likely to suffer
death or serious bodily injury, in the event of sudden braking or an
accident.
■Capacity and distribution
●Do not exceed the maximum axle weight rating or the total vehicle
weight rating.
●Even if the total load of occupant’s weight and the cargo load is less
than the total load capacity, do no t apply the load unevenly. Improper
loading may cause deterioration of st eering or braking control which
may cause death or serious injury.

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4-1. Maintenance and care
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Maintenance and care
NOTICE
■
Cleaning detergents
● Do not use the following types of detergent, as they may discolor the vehi-
cle interior or cause streaks or damage to painted surfaces:
• Non-seat portions: Organic substances such as benzene or gasoline,
alkaline or acidic solutions, dye, and bleach
• Seats: Alkaline or acidic solutions, such as thinner, benzene, and alcohol
● Do not use polish wax or polish cleaner. The instrument panel’s or other
interior part’s painted surface may be damaged.
■ Preventing damage to leather surfaces
Observe the following precautions to avoid damage to and deterioration o\
f
leather surfaces:
● Remove any dust or dirt from leather surfaces immediately.
● Do not expose the vehicle to direct sunlight for extended periods of time.
Park the vehicle in the shade, especially during summer.
● Do not place items made of vinyl, plastic, or containing wax on the uphol-
stery, as they may stick to the leather surface if the vehicle interior heats
up significantly.
■ Water on the floor
Do not wash the vehicle floor with water.
Vehicle systems such as the audio system may be damaged if water comes
into contact with electrical components such as the audio system above or
under the floor of the vehicle. Water may also cause the body to rust.
■ When cleaning the inside of the windshield (vehicles with LKA [Lane-
Keeping Assist])
Be careful not to touch the camera sensor ( P. 289).
If the camera is accidentally scratched or hit, LKA may not operate properly
or may cause a malfunction.
■ Cleaning the inside of the rear window
● Do not use glass cleaner to clean the rear window, as this may cause
damage to the rear window defogger heater wires. Use a cloth dampened
with lukewarm water to gently wipe the window clean. Wipe the window in
strokes running parallel to the heater wires.
● Be careful not to scratch or damage the heater wires.

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4-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
Head restraints
• Do the head restraints move
smoothly and lock securely?
Indicators/buzzers • Do the indicators and buzzers
function properly?
Lights • Do all the lights come on?
Parking brake • Does the parking brake pedal
move smoothly?
• When parked on a slope and the parking brake is on, is the vehicle
securely stopped?
Seat belts • Do the seat belts operate
smoothly?
• The seat belts should not be dam- aged.
Seats • Do the seat controls operate
properly?
Steering wheel • Does the steering wheel rotate
smoothly?
• Does the steering wheel have the correct amount of free play?
• There should not be any strange sounds coming from the steering
wheel.
ItemsCheck points

588 6-1. Specifications
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Glossary of tire terminology
Tire related termMeaning
Cold tire inflation pres-
sure Tire pressure when the vehicle has been
parked for three hours or more, or has not
been driven more than 1 mile or 1.5 km under
that condition
Maximum inflation
pressure The maximum cold inflated
pressure to which a
tire may be inflated, s hown on the sidewall of
the tire
Recommended infla-
tion pressure Cold tire inflation pressure recommended by a
manufacturer
Accessory weight The combined weight (in excess of those stan-
dard items which may be replaced) of auto-
matic transmission, power steering, power
brakes, power windows, power seats, radio
and heater, to the extent that these items are
available as factory-installed equipment
(whether installed or not)
Curb weight The weight of a motor vehicle with standard
equipment, including the maximum capacity of
fuel, oil and coolant, and if so equipped, air
conditioning and additional weight optional
engine
Maximum loaded vehi-
cle weight The sum of:
(a) Curb weight
(b) Accessory weight
(c) Vehicle capacity weight
(d) Production options weight

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Alphabetical index
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Back door
Back door ............................... 95
Smart key system ... ................ 63
Wireless remote control.......... 87
Back-up lights Replacing light bulbs ............ 473
Wattage ................................ 576
Battery Checking .............................. 437
If the 12-volt battery is
discharged ......................... 550
Preparing and checking
before winter ...................... 321
Bluetooth
®*
Bottle holders .......................... 366
Brake Fluid...................................... 574
Parking brake ....................... 214
Brake assist ............................. 300
Break-in tips ............................ 183
Brightness control Instrument panel light
control ................................ 219 Camera
*
Care
Exterior ..................................402
Interior ...................................405
Seat belts ..............................406
Cargo capacity .........................320
Cargo hooks .............................379
CD player
*
Chains .......................................323
Child restraint system
Booster seats, definition ........162
Booster seats, installation .....170
Convertible seats, definition .............................162
Convertible seats,
installation ...........................170
Front passenger occupant classification system ...........156
Infant seats, definition ...........162
Infant seats, installation.........170
Installing child restraint system with LATCH anchors ...........168
Installing child restraint system with seat belts .....................170
Installing child restraint system
with top tether strap ............174
BC
GW Refer to

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Floor mats.................................377
FluidBrake .....................................574
Washer .................................. 435
Fog lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 473
Switch.................................... 258
Wattage .................................576
Foot lights.................................357
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 473
Switch.................................... 258
Wattage .................................576
Front passenger occupant classification system ............156
Front passenger’s seat belt reminder light.........................504
Front seats
Adjustment ............................ 101
Front side marker light Replacing light bulbs ............. 473
Wattage .................................576
Front turn signal lights Replacing light bulbs ............. 473
Switch.................................... 213
Wattage .................................576
Fuel Capacity ................................568
Fuel gauge ............................ 216
Information ............................ 577
Refueling ............................... 134
Type ......................................577
Fuel door...................................134
Fuel filler door .......................... 134
Fuses......................................... 462 Garage door opener ................ 385
Gauges...................................... 216
Glove boxes ............................. 362
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)
*
Hazard lights Switch ................................... 490
Head restraints Adjustment ........................... 107
Headlight cleaner ..................... 267
Headlights
Cleaner ................................. 267
Replacing light bulbs ............. 473
Switch ................................... 252
Wattage................................. 576
Heaters
Automatic air conditioning system ................................ 330
Seat heaters.......................... 373
Side mirrors........................... 350
Hill-start assist control ............ 305
Hood.......................................... 419
Hooks Cargo .................................... 379
Horn .......................................... 215
Hybrid system Eco savings record ................. 55
Emergency shut off system..... 39
Energy monitor/consumption screen ............. 44
High voltage components ....... 38
Hybrid System Indicator ........ 226
Ignition switch ....................... 194
Monthly fuel consumption record .............. 55
“POWER” switch ................... 194
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